Do all cities require a permit for Airbnb or Vrbo?

No. Requirements vary by city, and some cities have no registration rule at all. We only publish a city after we verify its requirement against that city's official primary source, so a city listed here has a confirmed rule as of the date shown on its page.

How current are these rules?

Each city page shows the official source URL and the date we verified it. Rules change, so we re-check them and stamp the verification date. Always confirm the current requirement with your city before you submit anything.

STR rules by city

How do I register my short-term rental?

Most cities require you to register or license your short-term rental, pay a fee, and renew on a set schedule before you can list it on Airbnb or Vrbo. Pick your city below to see its exact requirement, fee, and renewal cadence, each cited to the city's official source and stamped with the date we verified it.

Houston, TX short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Certificate of Registration

Los Angeles, CA short-term-rental rules

Home-Sharing Registration

Austin, TX short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental License

New York City, NY short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Registration (Local Law 18)

Nashville, TN short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Property Permit (STRP)

Seattle, WA short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Operator License

Denver, CO short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Business License

Boston, MA short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Registration

Santa Monica, CA short-term-rental rules

Home-Share Permit and Business License

San Diego, CA short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Residential Occupancy (STRO) License

Phoenix, AZ short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Vacation Rental Permit

Miami, FL short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Vacation Rental Certificate of Use

Destin, FL short-term-rental rules

City of Destin Short-Term Rental Registration

Wilmington, NC short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Owner Permit

Las Vegas, NV short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Residential Rental Business License

Dallas, TX short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Registration (Dallas City Code Ch. 42B)

Gatlinburg, TN short-term-rental rules

Tourist Residency Permit

Memphis, TN short-term-rental rules

Short Term Rental Property Permit

Branson, MO short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Business License and Permit

Kansas City, MO short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Registration

Sacramento, CA short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Permit

Anaheim, CA short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Permit (Anaheim Municipal Code Chapter 4.05)

Long Beach, CA short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Registration

Philadelphia, PA short-term-rental rules

Limited Lodging Operator License

Orlando, FL short-term-rental rules

Home Sharing Registration

Hilton Head Island, SC short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental (STR) Permit

Sedona, AZ short-term-rental rules

City of Sedona Short-Term Rental Permit

Asheville, NC short-term-rental rules

Homestay Permit

San Antonio, TX short-term-rental rules

Short Term Rental (STR) Permit

Pigeon Forge, TN short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Unit (STRU) Permit

Moab, UT short-term-rental rules

Nightly Rental Business License

Aspen, CO short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Permit

South Lake Tahoe, CA short-term-rental rules

Vacation Home Rental (VHR) Permit

Washington, DC short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental / Vacation Rental License

Virginia Beach, VA short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental Zoning Permit

Jersey City, NJ short-term-rental rules

Short-Term Rental (STR) Permit

Every city here is verified against its official primary source. We add a city only after we can confirm its rule.

Good to know

Common questions

How do I register my short-term rental?: Most cities require you to register or license your short-term rental before you list it, pay a fee, and renew on a set schedule. Pick your city below to see its exact requirement, fee, and renewal cadence, each cited to the city's official source.
Do all cities require a permit for Airbnb or Vrbo?: No. Requirements vary by city, and some cities have no registration rule at all. We only publish a city after we verify its requirement against that city's official primary source, so a city listed here has a confirmed rule as of the date shown on its page.
How current are these rules?: Each city page shows the official source URL and the date we verified it. Rules change, so we re-check them and stamp the verification date. Always confirm the current requirement with your city before you submit anything.

Ready to file? The $49 Permit Packet turns your city's rules into a pre-filled, submission-ready registration packet with a renewal calendar. See pricing or go back to the overview.

STRPermitKit is an independent document-preparation tool — not legal advice, not affiliated with Airbnb, Vrbo, or any city government; verify all requirements with your city.